Posters about the history of scientific innovation at Ames Lab and IPRT were on display, and Ames Lab scientists were on hand to talk to community members about the world-class research going on right now.

Alan Goldman, Ames Laboratory and IPRT interim director, welcomed guests with both a look back on the history of Ames Lab and a vision for the future.

“Ames Lab has been committed to outstanding science for the last 60 years, and we are committed to continuing outstanding science for the next 60 years,” he said.

Ames Lab Director Alan Goldman chats with a local business person

Ames Laboratory, celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2007, is operated for the Department of Energy by Iowa State University.  The Lab conducts research into various areas of national concern, including the synthesis and study of new materials, energy resources, high-speed computer design, and environmental cleanup and restoration.

Chamber members and Ames lab and IPRT employees at the May 16 "Business After Hours" event

An After Hours visitor views a display detailing the 60-year history of the Ames Laboratory